A patient is being discharged from the hospital on buspirone (BuSpar). A nurse is providing education on the effects and side effects of the medication. What statement made by the patient would most concern the nurse?
a. "I will take the medication with grapefruit juice."
b. "I will limit alcohol-containing products."
c. "I can take the medication with food."
d. "This drug is not addicting."
ANS: A
Grapefruit juice can increase levels of buspirone, which can cause drowsiness and dysphoria; this statement indicates a need for further teaching.
The patient is correct in stating that alcohol-related products should be limited.
The patient is correct that the medication may be taken with food.
The patient is correct in stating that buspirone is not addicting.
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